I own the Primaluna Dialogue Premium Int (list price $3400) along with the Hegel HD25 and I too listen to female jazz singers and classical music. I find the combination of the Primaluna and Hegel to be very musical and holographic. In fact I sold the PS Audio Directstream Dac since I found the Hegel to be more musical and fuller sounding.
BTW- My room basement listening room is 13x18 with only a 6-1/2' ceiling so don't fret.
I never listened to Verity Audio speakers and not sure of their sonic character. I own the Lawrence Violin SE speakers which use a ribbon tweeter and find the sound quite engrossing with a warm sound and a good tight bass. I previously owned the Focal 1027be speakers but the beryllium tweeters would get on my nerves especially with poorly recordings or long listening sessions.
I originally used both the original PL EL34 and KT120 tubes but purchased the Golden Lion KT77 since I prefer their warmer sound. I still get plenty of bass but the midrange really stands out. I also replaced the PL 12AU7 tubes with Cifte tubes which gave it a holographic 3d sound which I prefer. Recently l played Pictures at an Exhibition for a friend who used to play violin and he was totally impressed by the sound and dynamics.
I purchased everything from Kevin at Upscale Audio and he recommended these tubes based on my musical preferences. If interested, I recommend you call Kevin from Upscale and he will guide you the right direction. He may also have a used or demo Dialogue Premium on hand.
BTW- My room basement listening room is 13x18 with only a 6-1/2' ceiling so don't fret.
I never listened to Verity Audio speakers and not sure of their sonic character. I own the Lawrence Violin SE speakers which use a ribbon tweeter and find the sound quite engrossing with a warm sound and a good tight bass. I previously owned the Focal 1027be speakers but the beryllium tweeters would get on my nerves especially with poorly recordings or long listening sessions.
I originally used both the original PL EL34 and KT120 tubes but purchased the Golden Lion KT77 since I prefer their warmer sound. I still get plenty of bass but the midrange really stands out. I also replaced the PL 12AU7 tubes with Cifte tubes which gave it a holographic 3d sound which I prefer. Recently l played Pictures at an Exhibition for a friend who used to play violin and he was totally impressed by the sound and dynamics.
I purchased everything from Kevin at Upscale Audio and he recommended these tubes based on my musical preferences. If interested, I recommend you call Kevin from Upscale and he will guide you the right direction. He may also have a used or demo Dialogue Premium on hand.